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Lesson 6.4 The Expanding Universe

Question 10 • 2001310 Earth Science Sem 1 - Pearson

Which correctly lists the two elements that make up the empty space in the universe?

Answer
A
ice and debris
B
debris and dark matter
C
dark matter and dark energy
D
dark energy and dust

Explanation

The universe’s overall contents are commonly described as mostly dark energy and dark matter, with only a small fraction being ordinary matter. Ice, debris, and dust are forms of ordinary matter, so they are not the two components named here. The correct choice is dark matter and dark energy.

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